Bill Ford-the heavyweight champion of the world

Internet tools for journalists

Tuesday, October 11, 2005

Dictionaries both foreign and domestic


Merriam Webster is the online english dictionary I use the most. If I need to look up a word in another language, I use this free translator.

The lighter side of Bill

I usually stay busy at work, but sometimes I have time to kill between tasks. My two favorite humor sites in these situations are college humor and ebaums world. I am a big fan of the Jack Black soundboard on ebaums world.

From aardvark to ZZ Top

Wikipedia is a helpful online encyclopedia. It is frequently updated.

Also, if you have questions about othern facts about the world, check out the CIA Factbook.

You've graduated--get a job already

Journalism Jobs is a great place to find a job in media.

Monday, October 10, 2005

Shameless self promotion

I write for the sports desk of the Daily Egyptian at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. Check out the DE Web site for news about SIUC and Saluki athletics.

You gotta go where you want to go

Good places to find maps are mapquest or yahoo maps. These are my first two stops when I need driving directions.

Sports by the numbers

Here is a great site if you are looking for sports statistics. It also has some links to other helpful sites for sports reporters.
If you are just looking for college statistics, start here

ESPN and Sports Illustrated are two of my favorite places to read good sports journalism.

Hello..Do you need my assistance?

Need to find a phone number? These sites are the best bets to find the one you are looking for.
If you want to know if the number you are dialing is a cell phone or a land line try this site.
And finally, here is a reverse directory for addresses and phone numbers.